We've had 7 jeeps in 40 plus years and if I was to say which jeep was the best of the lot, it has to be the JKU. Clearly the last run 2017 has all the upgrades with possible flaws worked out. For the time being avoid the 2018/19 JLU wrangler as this version has several issues dealers are having to deal with like inferior/flawed frame welds. However if you can look past the flaws of the JLU you're going to have to deal with what is known as ESS which has been installed within all 2018 or newer models.
If you're not familiar with ESS, (engine start stop) this is where when the vehicle reaches a complete stop, the engine shuts off and is suppose to reengage at take off. If you've never noticed this, next time you're at a stop light, listen to other vehicles around you as when they stop their engines shut off, yet the electronics like radio, AC etc continue to run.
Matter of fact, I was recently banned by the JLWrangler forum for mention that the JL wrangler has these issues. Clearly that forum and Jeep doesn't want customers to know of these flaws. One thing is clear, if you decide to purchase the JL or JLU best pay close attention to the salesman because if he / she doesn't mention that the jeep is equipped with ESS, you might be in for trouble as we're already seeing an influx of used JLU's on dealer lots simply because customers buying the new jeep are not being told of this engine shutoff technology thus while driving they think the jeep has a stalling issue.
So unless you haven't grown up with ESS, then it may or may not bother you with the engine not being so responsive at take off. Right now is a great time to get a 2017 -2018 JK/JKU model which doesn't have these issue or ESS.
GL with your purchase.
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